[07-31-2021] Santa Clara County, CA – One Killed, Two Injured After a Fatal Head-On Collision near Lovers Lane

A 60-year-old woman was killed while two other people were hurt after a major head-on collision near San Felipe on Saturday morning, July 31st.

The deadly crash happened at approximately 11:15 a.m. on State Route 152 near Lovers Lane. A Chrysler 200 and a Honda Fit collided head-on under unclear circumstances. How the collision occurred, and the reason it happened has not been established.

The Chrysler reportedly veered across the center line before colliding head-on with the Honda Fit. A female occupant in the Honda was fatally injured in the mishap. She was unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene.

The two drivers sustained minor injuries in the accident. They were both wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. Information about the accident is limited at the moment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Local authorities are actively investigating the cause of the collision. Anyone who can give additional helpful information about the accident is urged to contact Officer M. Hernandez, ID 21837, or Officer A. Uribe, ID 21612, at the Hollister-Gilroy CHP area office 408-848-2324.

Fatal Head-On Collision Statistics

Every year millions of people are injured in automobile accidents on roads across the United States. According to the United States Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), 33,654 fatal vehicle crashes in 2018 caused 36,560 deaths. One of the most dangerous types of car accidents is a head-on collision. A head-on collision has a much greater force than other types of car accidents.

Head-on collisions can result in serious injuries. Many of these injuries are permanent, and they can cause a lifetime of pain and suffering. Unfortunately, not everyone is capable of surviving a head-on collision.

Although head-on collisions only represent 2 percent of accidents, they account for 10 percent of fatalities on U.S. roadways. Speeding was considered a factor in the accident. Head-on collisions generate a large amount of energy. Injuries in this type of crash are more likely to be fatal due to the increased energy.

Santa Clara County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Head-On Collisions

Head-on collisions often result in either serious injuries or death. The victim’s family may experience immense grief and pain after suddenly losing a loved one from a fatal car accident. They may be confused about what to do next. The first thing the victim’s family can do is to talk to an experienced attorney.

Attorneys can serve as a helpful legal guide for them and file a wrongful death claim on their behalf. Insurance companies may attempt to manipulate the victim’s family into accepting a settlement that is way lower than the actual amount. Our experienced attorneys from Arash Law will fight to protect your rights and maximize the value of your claims.

We fight hard to protect our clients’ legal rights. Call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation. Don’t delay – the sooner you have an experienced car accident attorney fighting on your side, the better protected your legal rights will be.